Director, Office of Associated Entities, Foundations

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington is seeking a Director for the Office of Associated Entities, Foundations & Endowment to lead financial operations including accounting, investments, and reporting. This role reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance and supports fundraising, financial sustainability, and long-term growth across the university.

The Director will collaborate across campus to ensure timely financial information, develop efficient procedures, and implement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Progressive experience in financial management, accounting, or related functions.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or governmental accounting.
• Experience with endowment or investment management.

Job description

Job Title

Director, Office of Associated Entities, Foundations & Endowment

Location

Main UNCW Campus

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Office of Associated Entities and Endowment supports the university's mission by providing financial oversight, stewardship, and reporting for affiliated entities and endowment resources. The unit ensures compliance with applicable policies, promotes sound financial management practices, and supports institutional strategic priorities through effective use of financial resources.

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Director provides leadership, guidance, direction, and oversight to the associated entities and the endowment's financial and business operations, including accounting, investments, and related financial activities. Reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Finance, with a dotted-line relationship to the Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs, and supports the Business Affairs' leadership team to strategically influence the financial infrastructure of the associated entities and enhance the university's ability to support fundraising, financial sustainability, and long-term growth. Works with the campus community to ensure access to accurate and timely financial information, develop efficient and effective financial and business operational procedures, and implement technological advances across processes. Oversees the preparation, maintenance, and interpretation of internal and external financial reports and analyses, including audited financial statements and applicable tax filings. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies, including those of the UNC System Office and other governing bodies, and serves as a key advisor to senior leadership while representing the university in interactions with governing boards and external stakeholders.

The position regularly presents financial updates to multiple governing boards of the associated entities, the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees of UNCW, and to the Board of Trustees of the Endowment Fund of UNCW. Advises senior management on endowment investment management, performance metrics, spending policy, and administrative fees, and works closely with the Advancement division to ensure accurate dissemination of information to donors regarding their endowment gifts and proper stewardship of those funds. Collaborates with the Office of General Counsel, the Property Review Committee, and the Facilities department on matters related to property and asset management, including coordination of projects associated with the university's affiliated entities and alignment with institutional space management planning and utilization. The Director participates in real estate-related matters associated with the Associated Entities and Foundation but does not have primary management responsibility.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Progressive experience in financial management, accounting, or related functions.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional certification.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or governmental accounting.
• Experience with endowment or investment management.

Required Certifications or Licensures

Not specified.

Employment Details

FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week); Months per year: 12; Type of Position: Permanent; Position Number: E1576; Job Posting Date: 07/14/2026.

Special Notes to Applicants

Important: This posting will close at 11:59 PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please ensure you have fully completed the entire application. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

How to Apply

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40125

Equal Employment Opportunity

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex, age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected characteristics, except where sex, age, or ability determine bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for state-funded employee benefit programs. This policy supports a diverse and inclusive workplace.